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Nairobi Block 17 (Kilimani)
Nairobi Block 17, Kilimani, is a land registration block in Nairobi: parcels here are numbered Nairobi/Block 17/ and the plot number. It covers about 1.3 km² in Kilimani and Kileleshwa wards and holds about 647 parcels.
From the survey blocks and parcel cadastre on the Nairobi Maps map. Updated 2026-10-24.
Finding a plot in Block 17
Type the block and plot number into the search box on the map — 17/ followed by the plot number, or Nairobi Block 17/ and the plot. Capital letters, spaces and words like “Nairobi” or “Block” do not matter. The map opens on the parcel, with its size, its zoning and its survey plans. The details behind a parcel are for Gold and Platinum members; the outlines are free to see.
Zoning in Block 17
| Zone | Share of block | Most floors | Coverage | Plot ratio | Smallest plot |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kilimani | 83% | 20 | 50% | 1,000% | 0.05 ha |
| Woodley–Kilimani Commercial Core | 17% | 30 | 50% | 1,500% | 0.05 ha |
Wards
Blocks next to Block 17
- Block 13 · Lavington
- Block 15 · Thompson
- Block 19 · Upper Hill
- Block 23 · Kileleshwa
- Block 43 · Woodley
- Block 63 · Impala
Survey plans for Block 17
The Registry Index Map sheets for this block show every parcel in it with its number. On the map, tap the block in the Survey Blocks layer: each sheet is listed and can be bought on its own by Gold and Platinum members. A parcel’s own survey plan (FR) is in its details.
The block’s gazetted boundary
Nairobi Block 17 commences at co-ordinate (252284mE, 9857594mN), intersection of Oloitokitok road and Ole Odume road and also the intersection of Block 15 (Thompson) to the West and boarders Block 13 (Lavington) to the North. Thence, it runs Eastwards along Oloitokitok road for a distance of 253.6 meters to co-ordinate (252538mE, 9857584mN), an intersection with Block 23 (Kileleshwa) to the North. It continues along the same road for a distance of 45.6 meters to coordinate (252584mE, 9857585mN). Thence it moves Northeast along Oloitokitok for a distance of 279.7 meters to co-ordinate (252839mE, 9857700mN), then moves in the same direction along Kikambala road for a distance of 495.6 meters to coordinate (253164mE, 9858075mN), an intersection between Kikambala road and Oloitokitok road. The boundary runs South-east for 54 meters to co-ordinate (253204mE, 9858039mN) and boarders Block 23 East. It runs westwards along Kischwa River for a distance of 80.5 meters to co-ordinate (253171mE, 9857973mN). This is also the intersection with Block 19 (Upper hill) to the East. Thence, the boundary runs southwards along Galana road for 641.9 meters where it intersects with Argwings Kodhek road at co-ordinate (253262mE, 9857337mN). The boundary runs eastwards along Argwings Kodhek road for a distance of 139.0 meters to co-ordinate (253401mE, 9857344mN). It runs southwards for a distance of 153.7 meters to co-ordinate (253425mE, 9857193mN) and then moves westwards for a distance of 128.6 meters to co-ordinate (253296mE, 9857182mN). Thence the boundary runs in a general South direction along Menelikroad for a distance of 640.3 meters to co-ordinate (253388mE, 9856548mN), where it intersects with Ngong road and also is the intersection with Block 43(Woodley) to the South. The boundary runs Westwards for a distance of 1140.155 meters along Ngong road to co-ordinate (252249mE, 9856492mN), where it intersects with Ole Dume road. It is also the intersection with Block 63 (Impala) to the south and Block 15 (Thompson) to the West. Thence, it continues northwards along Ole Odume road for a distance of 1101.5 meters to the point whence it commenced.
The official description of the block’s boundary, as recorded. Coordinates are in metres on the survey grid.
Questions about Block 17
What is Nairobi Block 17?
A land registration block in Nairobi, known as Kilimani. Parcels in it are numbered Nairobi/Block 17/ followed by the plot number, and the block has its own Registry Index Map sheets.
How many parcels are in Nairobi Block 17?
About 647 on the Nairobi Maps cadastre; half of them are smaller than 0.0897 ha.
Where is Nairobi Block 17?
In Kilimani and Kileleshwa wards, Dagoretti North sub-county, covering about 1.3 km².
How do I find a plot in Nairobi Block 17?
Type the block and plot number into the Nairobi Maps search box — for example 17/ followed by the plot number, or Nairobi Block 17/ and the plot. The map opens on the parcel with its size, zoning and survey plans.